Wanted: Receiver (stereo or surround)

dane_peterson
dane_peterson Posts: 1,903
edited June 2010 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
Hey guys,
Recently snagged some Monitor7s after a brief hiatus with Audio. Trying to get back in as inexpensively as possible... Here are my requisites:
1. Needs optical input OR HDMI connectivity w/ audio passthrough (my TV can only output audio via optical)
2. As cheap as possible? Ideally I'm thinking an old HK surround amp with optical, or maybe a Pio Elite?

Let me know what you have, or any recommendations. Thanks.
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  • PerfectCreature
    PerfectCreature Posts: 1,456
    edited May 2010
    Check around. I know I got my receiver from crutchfield, they matched Vanns, and saved me over 100 bucks.
    So I know you wanted surround, I mean check ebay, most times HarmanAudio (i think that the name) sells their stuff factory direct and I haven't seen a receiver go over 500 no matter what the retail price was for it.
    Ebay may be your best choice.
    Heres the link to ebay.
    http://myworld.ebay.com/harmanaudio/
    Receiver
    Harman Kardon HK 3490
    Speakers
    Polk Audio Monitor 50s
    Subwoofer
    Klipsch KSW-100
    Cables
    AudioQuest Rocket 33s 10ft
    AudioQuest Optilink1 2m
    AudioQuest Alpha-Snake 25ft Interconnect
    AudioQuest HDMI-1 2m

    Alienware X51 R2
    PS4
    Samsung Smart TV 40" 1080p 3D
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,204
    edited May 2010
    I've got this: http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=101683

    Or this: http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=98389&highlight=H%2FK+7300

    If you're interested.

    Paul
    Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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  • dane_peterson
    dane_peterson Posts: 1,903
    edited May 2010
    Saw those... giving the Denon some consideration. Just didn't want to tirekick, as I'm honestly thinking even less than that?? Realize I'm pushing my luck--I think I take for granted all the great buys I've landed on Craigslist.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,204
    edited May 2010
    If you could stumble upon an H/K 75 or similar it would be nice. I have one that I used to power my Monitor 7's. I couldn't sell it because it has a few issues and has been relegated to garage duty.

    If you decide you want to kick the tires, let me know.

    Good luck. I would be nice to find something local to avoid the shipping.
    Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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  • dane_peterson
    dane_peterson Posts: 1,903
    edited May 2010
    And what do I find after posting this, but a pair of Monitor10s for $50 locally. I'll never get an amp at this rate! :P Thanks though, I'll let you know if I want to venture down that road.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,204
    edited May 2010
    dane_peterson wrote: »
    And what do I find after posting this, but a pair of Monitor10s for $50 locally. I'll never get an amp at this rate! :P Thanks though, I'll let you know if I want to venture down that road.

    WOW! Nice deal. Who needs an amp when you're getting speakers at those prices.
    Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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  • thebluemonkey
    thebluemonkey Posts: 190
    edited May 2010
    sansui g8000
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  • dane_peterson
    dane_peterson Posts: 1,903
    edited May 2010
    Thank you so much for your out-of-criteria suggestion. :rolleyes:
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  • math wizard
    math wizard Posts: 106
    edited May 2010
    dane_peterson wrote: »
    Hey guys,
    Recently snagged some Monitor7s after a brief hiatus with Audio. Trying to get back in as inexpensively as possible... Here are my requisites:
    1. Needs optical input OR HDMI connectivity w/ audio passthrough (my TV can only output audio via optical)
    2. As cheap as possible? Ideally I'm thinking an old HK surround amp with optical, or maybe a Pio Elite?

    Let me know what you have, or any recommendations. Thanks.


    I have a Yamaha RX-V2500 AVR that I will let go for a very reasonable price. This is a beast of a receiver but it is not HDMI. It is loaded and will drive almost anything. Check out the specs here

    http://www.yamaha.com/yec/products/productdetail.html?CNTID=200004&CTID=5000300&LGFL=Y
    Processor - Emotiva UMC-200
    Pre-Amp (2 Ch) - Emotiva USP-1
    DSP Minidsp nanoAVR DL
    DAC (2 Ch) - Emotiva XDA-2
    Amp (Fronts) - Emotiva XPA-2
    Amp (Center/Surrounds) - Emotiva XPA-3
    CD - Emotiva ERC-1
    Fronts - Polk Audio RTi 12
    Center - Polk Audio CSi5
    Rears - Polk Audio RTiA1
    Sub - Epik Knight
    Sub EQ - Velodyne SMS-1
    Monitor - Sony XBR65X850C
    Blu-Ray - OPPO BDP-203
    Network Media Player - Chromecast Ultra
    Power Conditioner - APC H15
    Power Conditioner - Emotiva CMX-2
    PVR - DirecTV C61k
    Remote - Harmony Touch w/Hub
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  • drselect
    drselect Posts: 664
    edited June 2010
    http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?homeproc&1280730051&/Pioneer-elite-SC-05-7.1-A/V-Re

    No Affiliation
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  • geebolt
    geebolt Posts: 215
    edited June 2010
    I have a Sony STR-DN1000 almost brand new. Has 4 HDMI in and also optical in. 7.1 channels.

    George
    Fronts: Polk RTi A7's
    Center: Polk CSi A6
    Surrounds: Polk TSi500's
    Subwoofer:Polk DSW Pro 500, Emotiva Ultra 12
    Amplifier: Emotiva XPA-5
    Processor/AVR: Emotiva UMC-1
    DAC: Emotiva XDA-1
    CD player:Emotiva ERC-1
    Blu-Ray: Oppo BDP-93
    Turntable: Kenwood KD-500
    Tonearm: Polk-Mayware Formula 4
    Cartridge: Shure M97-XE
    Television: Sony KDL-55EX500
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